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Teaching Students About Israel and Antisemitism Post-10/7

Teaching Students About Israel and Antisemitism Post-10/7

Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the alarming rise in worldwide antisemitism, students around the globe are in need of assistance, not only to process the horrific events but also to clarify the current landscape and how to best defend our Jewish homeland.
Tech vs. Hate – An Online Conference Dedicated to Rising Online Antisemitism

Tech vs. Hate – An Online Conference Dedicated to Rising Online Antisemitism

According to the ADL, antisemitism has surged 337 percent in the US following the barbaric events of October 7. Online Jew hatred is even worse, with the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism reporting a 500 percent increase in antisemitism on fringe social platforms.
Onward Israel Hosted at Shabbaton in Federation’s Partner City of Yerucham

Onward Israel Hosted at Shabbaton in Federation’s Partner City of Yerucham

“Being in Israel now could not feel more right,” said Alon Labock, one of 26 college students in the Onward Israel summer internship program who participated last weekend in a Shabbaton in Federation’s partner city of Yerucham. “Seeing how the people here balance their day during a time of war has been very inspiring,” he noted. The group, consisting of students from Miami and Los Angeles, spent Shabbat becoming acquainted with the residents of Yerucham, its history and multifaceted culture.
Last Chance to Participate in Community Study

Last Chance to Participate in Community Study

Don’t miss your last chance to participate in the Miami-Dade Jewish Community Study! “Every 10 years, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation invests in a comprehensive study to understand the changing needs of the Miami Jewish community,” explained Bobby Gilbert, Federation Board member and Chair of the Community Study Committee.
Shavuot Celebration and Learning With Mishkan Miami and Refuat HaNefesh

Shavuot Celebration and Learning With Mishkan Miami and Refuat HaNefesh

Only a few spots remain for this Sunday's special learning opportunity with Mishkan Miami in advance of Shavuot. Commemorating the giving of the Torah to the Jewish People, Shavuot is traditionally observed by exploring Jewish texts and enjoying dairy products to honor Israel as the land of milk and honey.
AMHSI Offers Teen Volunteer Opportunities

AMHSI Offers Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Is your teen looking to make a difference this summer? Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI) is offering high schoolers ages 15 and older the chance to participate in a Volunteer Teen Mission for one week in Israel, July 7-15.
Yerucham Mayor Nili Aharon Tours Miami’s Vibrant Jewish Community

Yerucham Mayor Nili Aharon Tours Miami’s Vibrant Jewish Community

Yerucham Mayor Nili Aharon, who was elected mayor in March, visited Federation, as well as a local synagogue, Jewish day school, Jewish community center and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, and met with Federation’s Israel and Overseas Committees and Israeli Division.
May Is Jewish American Heritage Month

May Is Jewish American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month wraps up today, and as we are witnessing an unprecedented global rise in antisemitism and hate, it is especially important to highlight the diversity and vibrancy of our Jewish community, including here in Miami-Dade County.
Federation Welcomes New Volunteer and Professional Leadership at Annual Meeting

Federation Welcomes New Volunteer and Professional Leadership at Annual Meeting

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation installed new volunteer leadership at the 86th Annual Meeting, chaired by Debbie and David Mendal on May 30, and changes in professional leadership were announced. Lily Serviansky was installed as Chair of the Board, Mojdeh Khaghan Danial was appointed General Campaign Chair and Federation installed our 2024-2025 Officers, Board of Directors, Life Trustee and Council of Jewish Organization members.
LGBTQ+ Israelis Receive Vital Support From Federation and Our Partners

LGBTQ+ Israelis Receive Vital Support From Federation and Our Partners

LGBTQ+ Israelis struggling with trauma following the atrocities of October 7 are receiving vital support from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our partners on the ground through the collective Jewish Federations of North America Israel Emergency Fund.
The Holy Closet: A Pride Screening that Celebrates Mental Health and Wellbeing

The Holy Closet: A Pride Screening that Celebrates Mental Health and Wellbeing

Come together with your community to celebrate Pride Month this June. In partnership with BeWell Miami, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education, Keshet, Miami Jewish Film Festival, The Hub at Temple Beth Am and other local Jewish organizations, Federation is convening our community to bring attention to Jewish LGBTQ+ identity in conjunction with mental health awareness through a screening of The Holy Closet.
Federation Allocates Next Round of Israel Emergency Fund Grants

Federation Allocates Next Round of Israel Emergency Fund Grants

As the Israel-Hamas war approaches its eighth month, Federation is continuing to provide financial support to meet a variety of needs on the ground in Israel. Thanks to hundreds of generous donors from our community and beyond, our Israel Emergency Fund (IEF) has raised nearly $30 million.
At The Moment Music Stood Still, Members of Women’s Philanthropy Bore Witness to the Tribe of Nova Music Festival Massacre

At The Moment Music Stood Still, Members of Women’s Philanthropy Bore Witness to the Tribe of Nova Music Festival Massacre

“It’s different than anything you’ve seen in the news,” said Suzette Diamond of The Moment Music Stood Still, an immersive installation memorializing the Tribe of Nova Music Festival massacre perpetrated by Hamas on October 7. Diamond chaired the Women’s Philanthropy (WP) trip to New York, which brought 17 women together for an exclusive tour of the exhibit — on display there for only four weeks.
A Welcome Gift From Hillel for Incoming Freshmen

A Welcome Gift From Hillel for Incoming Freshmen

With all that is happening on today’s college campuses, coming together as a Jewish community is more important than ever — and Hillel International provides a home away from home for more than 170,000 Jewish college students on nearly 1,000 campuses.
“Quiet Rooms” Provide Space for Evacuees’ Healing

“Quiet Rooms” Provide Space for Evacuees’ Healing

Since the atrocities of October 7, Israelis are facing indescribable trauma and uncertainty, which is why Federation overseas partner the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee’s (JDC) “quiet room” initiative in evacuees’ hotels is so helpful.
Federation Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month

Federation Celebrates Jewish American
Heritage Month

Federation, in collaboration with local and prominent voices, has been publishing stories on social media that celebrate the strength and breadth of our community and values. Partners created individual reels discussing their Jewish journeys, how their Jewish values and belief systems shaped their lives and influential Jewish leaders they admire.
Resolve and Resilience: Israelis Face the Future

Resolve and Resilience: Israelis Face the Future

Pain. Fortitude. Resilience. Participants in the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s eighth and most recent Solidarity Mission to Israel returned time and again to these themes as they visited with Israelis during the week of Yom Ha’Zikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day).
Register Now for the Annual Meeting


Register Now for the Annual Meeting


Time is running out to join our Jewish community for the 86th Annual Meeting on May 30 at 5:30 p.m., when the 2024-2025 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Board of Directors will be installed during a very special program.
Don't Miss the 86th Annual Meeting

Don't Miss the 86th Annual Meeting

As our global Jewish community faces historic antisemitism, now is the time to come together and stand strong as one united people at Federation’s 86th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jungle Island Ballroom.
Lion Behind the Pin: Passing on the Tradition

Lion Behind the Pin: Passing on the Tradition

Passing on our most precious values is part of Jewish tradition and those who support the needs of the Jewish community now have another way to do just that. The new Lion Behind the Pin project, offered by Women’s Philanthropy and The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, includes an easy-to-use kit that helps a Lion of Judah — a philanthropic woman donating $5,000 or more yearly to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign — to designate her Lion pin to an individual who will, preferably, become a Lion of Judah someday and wear the pin with pride.
JFNA Statement on Bibas Family

JFNA Statement on Bibas Family

Jewish Federations are appalled, outraged and disgusted by Hamas’ cruel and deceitful psychological warfare against the Bibas family, the State of Israel and the Jewish people.

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Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Register for Federation’s largest phonathon of the year and join hundreds of volunteers from across Jewish Miami to raise critical funds for the 2025 Federation Campaign.

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Kindness Day With JVC

Kindness Day With JVC

More than 100 participants came together last weekend for the first annual Kindness Day at the J, a joint program of Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) and Alper JCC Miami.

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Fighting Food Insecurity in Israel

Fighting Food Insecurity in Israel

Through Federation’s sustained support, Leket Israel is making a greater impact on combating food insecurity, following the Knesset’s recent passage of a new law that requires the redistribution of surplus food.

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